How did Askia Muhammad influence the culture of the Songhai Empire? He expanded the empire and unified the people. He promoted education and trade, which helped spread Islam. He opened galleries throughout the empire to display works of art. He invited foreigners to come teach the Arabic language to his people.

In an economic downturn, what can happen in countries that depend on high taxes to fund social programs?

Which fact would this be, and how might you verify the truth?

Which of the following statements about slavery is not accurate? a. slavery in the americas was no different than slavery in ancient greece or rome. b. beginning in the 1600s, slaves began to be viewed as property, rather than people. c. slavery did not originate in the americas. d. slavery was very important to the economy of the american colonies.